{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Integrative Lyme Solutions with Dr. Karlfeldt","title":"Dr. Geoff Dow – New Clinical Trial for Chronic Babesiosis: Tafenoquine, Malaria Drugs, and Hope for Lyme-Linked Fatigue","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/5aceaf2b\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2333,"description":"Is chronic babesiosis finally getting the scientific attention it deserves?\nIn this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. K sits down with Dr. Geoff Dow, CEO & President of Sixty Degrees Pharmaceuticals, to discuss a groundbreaking clinical trial targeting chronic babesiosis — a common and often overlooked Lyme co-infection. Originally developed for malaria prevention, the drug Tafenoquine (brand name Kodatef®) is now being studied for its potential to treat persistent Babesia infections and Lyme-related fatigue.\nThey explore the science behind red blood cell parasites, how Babesia differs from malaria, why chronic babesiosis remains controversial, and what makes this new trial the first FDA-reviewed IND study focused on chronic disease. If you or a loved one struggle with Lyme-related fatigue, relapsing babesiosis, or limited treatment options, this conversation offers cautious optimism and a closer look at the future of targeted therapies.\nKey Takeaways:\n0:00 Introduction\n3:10 From Malaria Drug Development to Lyme Co-Infections\n6:45 How Babesia Infects Red Blood Cells and Causes Fatigue\n10:40 Why Chronic Babesiosis Is Still Controversial\n14:50 No FDA-Approved Drugs Specifically for Babesiosis\n18:30 New Clinical Trials for Chronic and Relapsing Babesiosis\n24:00 Measuring Fatigue as a Primary Endpoint in Chronic Disease\nResources Mentioned:\nSixty Degrees Pharmaceuticals - https://www.sixtydegreespharma.com\nKodatef® (Tafenoquine) Information - Available via company website above\nMount Sinai (Clinical Trial Site) - https://www.mountsinai.org\nYale Babesiosis Case Series (Referenced Study) - https://medicine.yale.edu\nMedical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions.\n____________________________________\nWORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT:\nThe Karlfeldt...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/YRtU6S_L2e8ekKD4Cl4T8U1mDbv1u5CZ07xyHfgXW5c/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zZDdk/YWNiOGQxYzNhYWVj/M2M4ZDRmMTM0NWY0/MzNiMS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}